The Akron Rubberducks open their season on the road this Thursday, with the home opener at Canal Park less than a week away. As they do, they’ll have their major league affiliate’s top prospect there to continue his development—Guardians’ first-ever No. 1 draft pick Travis Bazzana.
After the news broke Tuesday that popular girls’ basketball coach Walt DeShields would not be having his contract renewed, the school board scheduled a meeting for Wednesday night to discuss the situation — only to cancel the meeting 45 minutes before it was to start on the advice of their lawyer.
Deshaun Watson’s time in Cleveland has been troubled from the start, and the team’s owners, Jimmy and Dee Haslam, say fans should hold them accountable, ESPN reported Monday afternoon.
Kent State University announced Thursday that head football coach Kenni Burns was put on administrative leave with pay.
The university said Executive Athletics Deputy Director Greg Glaus will continue to oversee the administrative responsibilities that relate to the program.
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Nolan Jones is headed back to where it all started. Saturday evening, the Guardians announced they have acquired the 26-year-old outfielder from the Rockies in exchange for utility man Tyler Freeman.
The Cleveland Browns are still very much active in the free agent market and in their latest move, are bringing home a Cleveland native and former Buckeye as they’ve agreed to terms with linebacker Jerome Baker, a league source told News 5.
The Cleveland Guardians announced they have signed right-handed pitcher Tanner Bibee to a five-year contract extension through the 2029 season, with a club option for 2030.
Tanner Bibee will get the ball on Opening Day next week in Kansas City, the Guardians announced Wednesday.
Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins signed with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday.